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Senator Eric Schmitt has raised concerns regarding Judge Boasberg’s conduct in a series of posts published on October 31, 2025. Schmitt, who serves as a U.S. Senator for Missouri, alleges that Boasberg demonstrated political bias and may have violated federal law during his tenure.

In one post, Schmitt stated: "My investigative work uncovered that he was partisan from the start. I unearthed new records from his confirmation under the Obama Administration where he may have hinted toward political bias in his judging." (October 31, 2025)

He further alleged legal violations by Boasberg: "Worse: Boasberg likely broke the law. Under 2 U.S.C. § 6628, his gag order (on a Senate device) violates the explicit requirement to notify the Senate office of any legal process seeking disclosure of its data." (October 31, 2025)

Schmitt also referenced recent developments involving judicial actions related to members of Congress: "Then, just this week, new documents revealed that Boasberg abused his judicial discretion and the judicial power in the 'Arctic Frost' fishing expedition, targeting U.S. Senators' phone records with secret gag orders." (October 31, 2025)

Boasberg is a federal judge who has served in various capacities within the judiciary. The allegations reference events dating back to his confirmation under President Barack Obama’s administration and suggest ongoing scrutiny over judicial impartiality and legal compliance.

Federal statutes such as 2 U.S.C. § 6628 establish requirements for notification when legal processes seek access to congressional data. These rules are intended to safeguard legislative independence and transparency in interactions between branches of government.

The "Arctic Frost" matter cited by Schmitt appears to involve investigations into communications of sitting senators, raising questions about oversight and privacy protections for elected officials.